Minoan Crete

• Early Crete

• Minos

• Crete in Decline

Genealogy: House of Crete

Early Crete

Genealogy: House of Crete

Minos

In Greek mythology, Minos (Μίνως) was the greatest king in Crete, with a great empire and the most formidable navy. His empire included the islands in the Aegean Sea, and a sizable territory on mainland Greece. So, of course, Minos' reign was the golden age of Crete.

The following articles explored the life and myth of Minos.

For Britomartis, see Mother Goddesses.

Genealogy: House of Crete

Crete in Decline

After the death of Minos, his sons shared the islands, but it was a dynasty in decline.

Genealogy: House of Crete